• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
Paleo Leap
  • Recipes
    • Beef and Red Meat
    • Chicken and Poultry
    • Pork
    • Fish and Seafood
    • Eggs
    • Soups
    • Salads
    • Sides, Veggies and Appetizers
    • Sauces, Dips & Vinaigrettes
    • Drinks
    • Sweets and Snacks
    • Cooking Tips
  • Learn
  • Your Starting Point
    • Topic Index
    • Paleo 101
    • Paleo Meal Plan
    • Paleo Food List
    • Transitioning to Paleo
    • Am I Doing it Right? - Checklist
    • Mini-Course for Beginners
  • Popular Topics
    • Recipes for Beginners
    • Breakfast Ideas
    • Homemade Condiments
    • Legumes
    • Wheat & Gluten
    • Dairy
    • Nightshades
  • More
    • Compilations
    • Foods
menu icon
go to homepage
  • Recipes
  • Chicken
  • Pork
  • Snacks
  • Salads
  • Learn Paleo
  • Paleo Cooking Tips
  • Paleo Diet Foods
  • Paleo Recipe Compilations
  • Keto Diet Recipes
  • Paleo Beef and Red Meat Recipes
  • Paleo Drink Recipes
  • Paleo Egg Recipes
  • Paleo Fish and Seafood Recipes
  • Paleo Sauces and Dips
  • Paleo Sides, Veggies and Appetizers
  • Paleo Soup Recipes
  • Paleo Tips & Tricks
  • Paleo Topic Index
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
  • search icon
    Homepage link
    • Recipes
    • Chicken
    • Pork
    • Snacks
    • Salads
    • Learn Paleo
    • Paleo Cooking Tips
    • Paleo Diet Foods
    • Paleo Recipe Compilations
    • Keto Diet Recipes
    • Paleo Beef and Red Meat Recipes
    • Paleo Drink Recipes
    • Paleo Egg Recipes
    • Paleo Fish and Seafood Recipes
    • Paleo Sauces and Dips
    • Paleo Sides, Veggies and Appetizers
    • Paleo Soup Recipes
    • Paleo Tips & Tricks
    • Paleo Topic Index
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
  • ×
    Home » Recipes » Paleo Recipes

    Marinated Asian-Style Tuna Steaks Recipe

    Last Modified: Jan 18, 2023 by Paleo Leaper · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    Sharing is caring!

    487 shares
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Reddit

    If Asian-inspired foods are at the top of your must-eat list, then this marinated tuna steak must quickly be added, tried, and tested in a short amount of time - it is amazing!

    Marinated Asian-Style Tuna Steaks on a blue plate.

    Coconut aminos replace the soy sauce, while the cilantro, ginger, and red pepper flakes give it just the kick that it needs to satisfy any spicy cravings.

    How long can you marinate tuna steaks? Shoot for 20 minutes if your marinade is acidic and up to 40 minutes in total - you don't want to overdo it. You will also want to make sure to purchase the freshest caught fish available, as the cooking time is meant to be kept short.

    Start by searing each side of the tuna steak for 2 to 3 minutes, then letting it rest a few minutes before serving. The center of the steak should still be pink, the outside slightly crispy. Get this recipe right, and you will be craving tuna every week.

    We happen to be crazy about marinating tuna before pan-searing to perfection, but if you think that a crunchy crust suits your Friday night fish-eating-mood better, then you might want to check out our version of sesame spiced tuna for the ultimate feel-good dish.

    Present the tuna steak with some wilted spinach or steamed greens, and it will feel like you have gone out to a fancy restaurant. Serve yourself well!

    Marinated Asian-Style Tuna Steak Recipe

    Serves: 4 Prep: 40 min Cook: 10 min

    Ingredients

    • 4 tuna steaks
    • 2 garlic cloves, minced
    • 2 tbsp. fresh ginger, minced
    • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, minced
    • ¼ cup coconut aminos
    • 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
    • ¼ cup olive oil
    • 1 tbsp. raw honey
    • 1 tsp. red pepper flakes
    • 2 tbsp. coconut oil
    • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
    Marinated Asian-Style Tuna Steaks preparation.

    Preparation

    1. In a bowl, combine the garlic, ginger, cilantro, coconut aminos, lemon juice, olive oil, honey, and red pepper flakes, and season to taste.
    2. Place the tuna steaks in a marinating container, and pour the marinade over them.
    3. Let the tuna marinate for 30 to 40 minutes in the refrigerator, turning tuna steaks after 20 minutes if needed.
    4. Melt coconut oil in a skillet over medium heat.
    5. Once the pan is nice and hot, gently add the steaks and cook for 4 to 5 minutes on each side or until the desired doneness.
    6. Let the tuna steaks rest for 2 to 3 minutes before serving.

    📖 Recipe

    Marinated Asian-Style Tuna Steaks on a blue plate.

    Marinated Asian-Style Tuna Steaks Recipe

    Marinated and pan-seared tuna steaks with Asian flair are designed to impress both you and your guests the next time you get together for dinner - at home.
    5 from 1 vote
    Print Recipe Pin Recipe
    Prep Time 40 minutes mins
    Cook Time 10 minutes mins
    Total Time 50 minutes mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Asian
    Servings 4 people
    Calories 465 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 tuna steaks
    • 2 garlic cloves minced
    • 2 tbsp. fresh ginger minced
    • ¼ cup fresh cilantro minced
    • ¼ cup coconut aminos
    • 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
    • ¼ cup olive oil
    • 1 tbsp. raw honey
    • 1 tsp. red pepper flakes
    • 2 tbsp. coconut oil
    • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

    Instructions
     

    • In a bowl, combine the garlic, ginger, cilantro, coconut aminos, lemon juice, olive oil, honey, and red pepper flakes, and season to taste.
      2 garlic cloves, 2 tbsp. fresh ginger, ¼ cup fresh cilantro, ¼ cup coconut aminos, 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice, ¼ cup olive oil, 1 tsp. red pepper flakes, Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, 1 tbsp. raw honey
    • Place the tuna steaks in a marinating container, and pour the marinade over them.
      4 tuna steaks
    • Let the tuna marinate for 30 to 40 minutes in the refrigerator, turning tuna steaks after 20 minutes if needed.
    • Melt coconut oil in a skillet over medium heat.
      2 tbsp. coconut oil
    • Once the pan is nice and hot, gently add the steaks and cook for 4 to 5 minutes on each side or until desired doneness.
    • Let the tuna steaks rest for 2 to 3 minutes before serving.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 465kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 40gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 428mgPotassium: 504mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 4145IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 23mgIron: 2mg
    Keyword asian-style, marinated tuna, paleo, recipe
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

    More Paleo Recipes

    • closeup of a glass of Almond banana cinnamon smoothie on a wood table
      Almond Banana Cinnamon Smoothie
    • glass of Peach and chocolate green smoothie on a wood table with peaches in the background
      Peach and Chocolate Green Smoothie
    • closeup of two glasses of cinnamon and Coconut vanilla milkshake
      Coconut Vanilla Milkshake
    • Pumpkin smoothie in a glass on a wood table with cinnamon sticks in the background
      Pumpkin Smoothie

    Sharing is caring!

    487 shares
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Reddit

    Filed Under: Paleo Fish and Seafood Recipes, Paleo Recipes Tagged With: cooking: fast cook, cooking: stovetop, diet: dairy-free, diet: egg-free, diet: nut-free, diet: shellfish-free, Paleo Dinner Recipes, Paleo Low-Carb Recipes

    Reader Interactions

    5 from 1 vote (1 rating without comment)

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    Primary Sidebar

    paleo leap square logo

    Hi, I'm Rick! Paleo Leap is the oldest and biggest resource online, covering everything about the paleo diet. We have over 1500 recipes categorized and plenty of meal plans for you to try.

    More about me →

    Popular

    • Bacon-Wrapped Salmon Featured
      Bacon-Wrapped Salmon Recipe
    • Almond Milk Custard
      Almond Milk Custard Recipe
    • Flourless Banana Pancakes Featured
      Flourless Banana Pancakes Recipe
    • Turban Squash Soup Featured
      Turban Squash Soup Recipe

    Recent Recipes:

    • overhead view of a glass of Coffee smoothie
      Coffee Smoothie
    • Macadamia and avocado smoothie in a glass on a wood table with strawberries
      Macadamia and Avocado Smoothie
    • Pumpkin Pie in a red pie pan on a wood table
      Pumpkin Pie
    • BBQ grilled peaches with cinnamon on a grill
      BBQ Grilled Peaches with Cinnamon

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    About

    • Privacy Policy
    • Disclaimer
    • Cookie Policy

    Newsletter

    • Sign Up! for emails and updates

    Contact

    • Contact

    As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

    For your information only. The statements on this website are merely opinions. Paleo Leap does not provide medical or nutritional advice, treatment, or diagnosis. Read the full disclaimer.

    Copyright © 2023 Paleo Leap

    Rate This Recipe

    Your vote:




    A rating is required
    A name is required
    An email is required

    Recipe Ratings without Comment

    Something went wrong. Please try again.